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Timothy Burnopp

Johnsburg,IL

Summary

Dynamic Aviation Maintenance Technician with extensive experience at United Airlines, excelling in troubleshooting and aircraft servicing. Proven ability to enhance safety and efficiency through meticulous inspections and compliance with FAA regulations. A certified trainer skilled in communication and coordination, fostering team growth while ensuring optimal aircraft readiness.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Aviation Maintenance Technician

FlightCheck Commercial Aviation Services
03.2014 - Current
  • Kept up-to-date with industry best practices through continuous professional development and training courses.
  • Collaborated with fellow technicians to complete complex repairs swiftly and accurately.
  • Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
  • Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough inspections and routine maintenance tasks.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
  • Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.

Forktruck Repair Supervisor

ScotForge Company
07.2005 - 01.2023
  • Continuously identified opportunities for process improvement, implementing changes that resulted in greater efficiency and reduced costs.
  • Collaborated with other department supervisors to develop cross-functional strategies for equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Certified Trainer for powered industrial equipment, aerial lifts and Mobile RT Cranes.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly through constructive feedback sessions designed to identify areas for improvement as well as recognize outstanding achievements.
  • Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices in repair techniques and equipment handling..
  • Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
  • Enhanced equipment reliability by implementing preventative maintenance procedures and schedules.

Aviation Maintenance Technician Lead

Atlantic Coast Airlines
12.2001 - 03.2005
  • Mentored junior technicians in aviation maintenance best practices, fostering professional growth within the team.
  • Maintained detailed records of all maintenance work completed, ensuring regulatory compliance and easy reference for future repairs.
  • Consistently met deadlines for scheduled aircraft inspections, avoiding costly delays or cancellations due to maintenance requirements.
  • Improved team efficiency through clear communication and effective task delegation during maintenance projects.
  • Run/Taxi qualified on CRJ-200 aircraft

Aviation Maintenance Technician

United Airlines
10.1995 - 11.2003
  • Performed flight line preflight and postflight requirements.
  • Service pneumatic, hydraulic, fuel and oxygen systems
  • Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
  • Performed troubleshooting for avionics systems malfunctions, pinpointing issues accurately to minimize repair times.
  • Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
  • Worked contract maintenance for the air carriers that required aircraft maintenance.

Education

Associates Degree in Business Management - Buisness

McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL
01-2013

Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance

Richard J Daley College
Chicago, IL
12-1993

Skills

  • Communication and coordination
  • Technical problem-solving
  • Ground support equipment operation
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Troubleshooting challenges
  • Problem-solving and maintenance
  • Environmental control systems
  • Pneumatic systems
  • FAA compliance
  • Certified trainer for industrial equipment
  • Aircraft servicing skills
  • Aircraft system testing

Timeline

Aviation Maintenance Technician

FlightCheck Commercial Aviation Services
03.2014 - Current

Forktruck Repair Supervisor

ScotForge Company
07.2005 - 01.2023

Aviation Maintenance Technician Lead

Atlantic Coast Airlines
12.2001 - 03.2005

Aviation Maintenance Technician

United Airlines
10.1995 - 11.2003

Associates Degree in Business Management - Buisness

McHenry County College

Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance

Richard J Daley College